National Technical University of Athens, Greece.
Dr. Nikolaos Chousidis is a dynamic researcher in materials engineering with extensive expertise in durability and corrosion protection of reinforced concrete, sustainable construction materials, and advanced material characterization. He holds dual affiliations at the Cyprus University of Technology (CUT) and the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA). His scientific contributions bridge academia and industry through interdisciplinary collaborations and conservation-driven innovations.
Profile
🎓 Education
Dr. Nikolaos Chousidis 🎓 is a multidisciplinary researcher with a strong foundation in materials engineering, geology, and civil engineering. He earned his Ph.D. in Materials Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA) in 2015, following a M.Sc. in Materials Science & Technology from NTUA in 2008. His academic journey began with a B.Sc. in Geology from the National & Kapodistrian University of Athens (2005), where he developed a deep understanding of Earth sciences and natural materials.
Currently, he is enhancing his technical skillset by pursuing a second B.Sc. in Civil Engineering at NTUA, demonstrating his commitment to lifelong learning and interdisciplinary excellence.
His unique combination of scientific depth, technical versatility, and ongoing academic advancement positions him as a valuable asset in research, engineering, and materials innovation.
🧑🏫 Experience
Dr. Chousidis boasts robust postdoctoral research credentials, including projects on sulfate attack resistance, nanomaterials, and sustainable mortars across NTUA, CUT, and the University of Cyprus. His academic engagements include teaching construction materials and corrosion courses at the University of Cyprus, and earlier roles in secondary education involving STEM teaching and lab coordination in Greece.
🔬 Research Interests
🧱 Durability & corrosion of reinforced concrete: Enhancing resistance with nano-modified materials and electrochemical techniques
🏗️ Sustainable construction materials: Innovating cementitious composites with industrial byproducts
🧪 Advanced material characterization: Utilizing SEM, XRD, and MIP for microstructural analysis
🏆 Awards & Scholarships
🥇 Thomaidion Award, NTUA for outstanding publications in peer-reviewed journals
📚 Scholarships:
Postdoc: Cyprus University of Technology (12 months), General Secretariat for Research & Innovation (18 months), IKY/Siemens Excellence Program (24 months)
Ph.D.: IKY Program (5 months)
📚 Selected Publications
🧱 Construction & Materials Science Publications by Nikolaos Chousidis
1. Impact of Steel Fibers and Carbon Nanotubes on the Strength and Quality of Cementitious Composites
📅 2025-04-10 | 📝 Journal Article
📰 Construction Materials
🔗 DOI: 10.3390/constrmater5020023
🧑🤝🧑 Contributor: Nikolaos Chousidis
This study investigates the synergistic effects of steel fibers and CNTs on mechanical strength and durability of cement-based composites.
2. Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA)-based Films: Insights from Crosslinking and Plasticizer Incorporation
📅 2024-06-01 | 📝 Journal Article
📰 Engineering Research Express
🔗 DOI: 10.1088/2631-8695/ad4cb4
🧑🤝🧑 Contributor: Nikolaos Chousidis
Explores how crosslinking agents and plasticizers affect the flexibility, transparency, and mechanical properties of PVA films.
3. Fire Endurance and Corrosion Resistance of Nano-Modified Cement Mortars Exposed to Elevated Temperatures
📅 2023-06 | 📝 Journal Article
📰 Ceramics International
🔗 DOI: 10.1016/j.ceramint.2023.03.044
👥 Contributors: Nikolaos Chousidis, Georgios Constantinides
Evaluates performance of nanomaterials in improving fire resistance and limiting corrosion in cement mortars.
4. Impact of High Volume E.M.D. Residue on the Corrosion Resistance and Mechanical Properties of Construction Materials in Sulfate Environment
📅 2023-05-01 | 📝 Journal Article
📰 Materials Research Express
🔗 DOI: 10.1088/2053-1591/acd61c
👥 Contributors: Nikolaos Chousidis, Stylianos Polymenis, George Batis
Assesses the use of Electrolytic Manganese Dioxide (E.M.D.) waste in construction materials subjected to sulfate exposure.
5. Corrosion Resistance and Physical-Mechanical Properties of Reinforced Mortars with and without Carbon Nanotubes
📅 2022 | 📝 Journal Article
📰 Journal of Materials Science and Chemical Engineering
🔗 DOI: 10.4236/msce.2022.101001
👥 Contributors: Nikolaos Chousidis, Aggeliki Zacharopoulou, Christos Zeris, George Batis
Compares the performance of CNT-reinforced mortars against conventional ones in terms of strength and corrosion behavior.